Netherlands: Dutch Government Presents Agricultural Plan

On September 13, 2024, the Dutch Cabinet presented its government program for Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security, and Nature, outlining key initiatives and commitments for the coming years. For 2025, €40 million ($44.5 million) will be allocated, and €500 million ($555.9 million) is reserved for nature management. From 2026 onwards, a multi-year budget of €5 billion ($5.6 billion) will be available for the government program. The Dutch Agricultural and Horticultural Organization, LTO, responded positively, stating that “realism is back in our agricultural policy.”